The 39 Best Restaurants in Charleston
"From the moment you enter Malagón Mercado y Tapería, it's evident that you're going to have to get used to being in a busy space. The bar is packed, the tables (mostly small and close together) are filled, and the team in the open kitchen are buzzing like a hive. Toss in a shoppable wall of Spanish groceries, and it's no wonder this galley-shaped restaurant in Charleston is constantly radiating with activity. Some of the Spanish standouts here are the clams with herbs and white wine, the charcuterie, the almond -stuffed dates wrapped in ham, and, when in season, the gazpacho. You may also want to go for one of the seasonal fish dishes; the restaurant often sources locally from famed fisherman Mark Marhefka of Abundant Seafood." - Stephanie Burt
